Taking place annually in Toronto and in Halifax, Fascinating Canadian events are the Museum’s signature fundraisers. Leaders and experts speak about their relationship to immigration and the important contribution it makes to our economy, culture, and way of life. Funds raised support exhibitions, educational programs, family history research, and our vast story collection.
Fascinating Canadian Luncheon Toronto, May 3, 2024, Presented by Cargo Jet Inc. Please find more information at CanadaHelps.
Fascinating Canadian Luncheon Halifax, November 1, 2024, Presented by Nova Scotia’s Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration. Event details coming soon.
For event information, sponsorships or ticket sales, contact:
Daphne Carter, Development Manager
Past Fascinating Canadian Speakers
| Speaker | Year | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Calin Rovinescu, CM | 2023 | Halifax |
| Gina P. Cody, CM | 2023 | Toronto |
| Calin Rovinescu, CM | 2022 | Toronto |
| Victor Dodig | 2022 | Halifax |
| Linda Hasenfratz, CM | 2019 | Toronto |
| Lino A. Saputo, Jr. CM | 2019 | Halifax |
| Ralph Chiodo, CM | 2018 | Toronto |
| John C. Risley, OC | 2018 | Halifax |
| John E. Peller, OC | 2017 | Halifax |
| Mayor John Tory | 2016 | Toronto |
| Jim Spatz, CM | 2016 | Toronto |
| Brandt C. Louie, OBC | 2015 | Vancouver |
| Jennifer Tory, CM | 2015 | Halifax |
| Gordon M. Nixon, CM, OOnt | 2014 | Toronto |
| Kenneth C. Rowe, CM | 2014 | Halifax |
| The Hon. Kevin Lynch, OC | 2014 | Halifax |
| Chief of Police Jim Chu | 2012 | Vancouver |
| Wadih M. Fares, CM | 2012 | Halifax |
| Annette Verschuren, CM | 2010 | Halifax |
| Gen. Walt Natynczyk | 2009 | Halifax |
| Purdy Crawford | 2009 | Halifax |
| Gen. Rick J. Hillier, OC | 2008 | Halifax |
| The Rt. Hon. Adrienne Clarkson, CC | 2007 | Halifax |
| Peter Mansbridge, OC | 2006 | Halifax |
| Gen. A. John G. D. de Chastelain, OC | 2005 | Halifax |
| Joe Schlesinger, CM | 2004 | Halifax |
| Lt. Gen. the Hon. Roméo Dallaire, OC | 2003 | Halifax |